HyperX Cloud II
Score: 84/100
Razer BlackShark V2 X
Score: 81/100Rankings
The HyperX Cloud II provides a comfortable, durable wired headset with 53 mm drivers and virtual 7.1 surround, making it a solid mid-range choice for gamers and streamers. It lacks built-in mic monitoring and relies on a USB sound card for surround, which may deter some users.
The BlackShark V2 X is a wired esports headset with 50 mm drivers, a removable cardioid mic, and THX Spatial Audio via a USB sound card, offering lightweight comfort and precise positional audio for PC gamers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
53 mmbest | 50 mm | |
60 ohmsbest | 32 ohms | |
98 dB | 100 dBbest | |
-42 dBbest | -42 dBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 275 g | 262 gbest |
24 monthsbest | 24 monthsbest | |
1 m | 1.8 mbest | |
8best | 5 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Microphone(1) | ||
Microphone Type | Electret condenser | Removable HyperClear Cardioid |
Audio(5) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 53 mm | 50 mm |
Driver Type | Dynamic | Customized Dynamic |
Frequency Response | 10-23000 | 12-28 kHz |
Impedance (ohms) | 60 ohms | 32 ohms |
Sensitivity (dB) | 98 dB | 100 dB |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 275 g | 262 g |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Connectivity Type | Wired 3.5mm, USB | Wired |
Cable Length (m) | 1 m | 1.8 m |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 8 | 5 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consistently commend the Cloud II for its comfort, solid build, and impressive audio performance, especially the 53 mm drivers and hardware-driven virtual 7.1 surround, while noting the limitation of the USB sound card for surround.
Everyday users love the headset's comfort, durable construction, and clear mic, often highlighting its suitability for marathon gaming; complaints focus on the lack of mic monitoring, heat buildup from leatherette pads, and the necessity of the USB sound card.
Professional reviewers, notably PCMag, awarded the BlackShark V2 X an Editors' Choice perfect score, praising its superb audio fidelity, clear microphone, and extensive software customization.
Everyday users consistently laud the headset's comfort, studio-level mic quality, and the noticeable advantage of THX Spatial Audio, while complaining about the non-detachable cable and the small USB sound card.
“Wear for 8+ hours with no discomfort - even with glasses”
“The bass is punchy, and I can hear footsteps clearly in FPS games”
“Mic is loud and clear - friends say I sound professional on Discord”
Select Cloud II for a sturdier build and larger drivers; select BlackShark V2 if you prefer THX Spatial Audio and a fully integrated wireless option.
